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Machine Learning Training on User Data

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What it is

Skillshare uses your personal data to train machine learning and algorithmic models that categorize and organize content on the platform.

This analysis describes what Skillshare's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

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Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes the operational scope of automated content management on the platform. It specifies that algorithmic systems operate on user-derived training data, which means user information flows into machine learning infrastructure as part of core platform functionality.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Your data contributes to AI model training at Skillshare, meaning your personal information and usage patterns are used for purposes beyond just delivering the service to you personally.

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Windsurf Medium

Crusoe (Sees code data for inference): We manage Crusoe's compute for training some of our custom models, as well as hosting some of our custom models. Modal (Sees code data for inference): We manage Modal's compute for training some of our custom models, as well as hosting some of our custom models...

Pinterest Medium

We use information about you to provide, improve, and develop our products and services, personalize your experience, show you relevant content and ads, and communicate with you. We draw inferences about your interests and preferences based on your activity on Pinterest and elsewhere.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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categorize and organize content on the platform through the use of machine learning or other algorithmic models trained on some of the information we collect about you

— Excerpt from Skillshare's Skillshare Privacy Policy

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Institutional analysis (Compliance & governance intelligence)

Use of personal data for machine learning training implicates GDPR Article 22 (automated decision-making) and may require a DPIA. Under CCPA and state privacy laws, this use may constitute a form of profiling that triggers opt-out rights in some jurisdictions. Compliance teams should assess whether adequate disclosure and legal basis exist for this processing purpose.

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Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    The FTC has issued guidance on AI and algorithmic systems; use of consumer data to train commercial ML models without robust disclosure may constitute an unfair or deceptive practice.
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Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
CAN-SPAM
United States Federal
ePrivacy Directive
European Union
FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal
GDPR
European Union

Provision details

Document information
Document
Skillshare Privacy Policy
Entity
Skillshare
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 24, 2026
Last verified
March 24, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-001293
Document ID
CA-D-00244
Evidence Provenance
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Analysis generated
March 24, 2026 07:09 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
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Citation Record
Entity: Skillshare
Document: Skillshare Privacy Policy
Record ID: CA-P-001293
Captured: 2026-03-24 07:09:24 UTC
SHA-256: 7c5557cc9b0a7998…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/skillshare/skillshare-privacy-policy/machine-learning-training-on-user-data/
Accessed: May 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Skillshare's Machine Learning Training on User Data clause do?

This provision establishes the operational scope of automated content management on the platform. It specifies that algorithmic systems operate on user-derived training data, which means user information flows into machine learning infrastructure as part of core platform functionality.

How does this clause affect you?

Your data contributes to AI model training at Skillshare, meaning your personal information and usage patterns are used for purposes beyond just delivering the service to you personally.

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